Underground Blast Charge-Up Operator

MMG External; Cloncurry Shire; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local allowances for Cloncurry and Mt.

FIFO/BIBO options from Brisbane orTown

Onsite camp facilities

Relocation support

Job summary

MMG Dugald River is seeking an experienced Charge Up Operator to join the Mining team. You will be responsible for the safe preparation and charging of blast holes for stope production, reporting to the Supervisor – Mining.

The role operates on an 8/7 roster with days and nights shifts to support continuous operations. Applicants must hold a valid C Class Driver’s Licence, pass a National Police Check and Pre-Employment Medical, and be eligible for an Explosives Security Clearance.

Qualifications

• Valid C Class Licence and ability to pass National Police Check.
• Eligibility for Explosives Security Clearance.
• Certificate of Competency for underground blasting-related units.
• Solid understanding of underground mining and long-hole stope production.

Responsibilities

• Safely prepare and charge blast holes for stope production.
• Operate within an 8/7 roster (days and nights).
• Maintain safety and compliance with site standards and AS/NZS 1715:2009 RPE rules.

Skills

Valid C Class Licence

Police Check

Explosives Security Clearance

Working at Heights

Underground mining knowledge

Equipment operation - Normet Charmec

Education

Certificate of Competency - Explosives/Underground

Underground mining experience

Tools

Normet Charmec charge rigs

Job description

MMG Dugald River is seeking an experienced Charge Up Operator to join the Mining team. You will be responsible for the safe preparation and charging of blast holes for stope production, reporting to the Supervisor – Mining.

The role operates on an 8/7 roster with days and nights shifts to support continuous operations. Applicants must hold a valid C Class Driver’s Licence, pass a National Police Check and Pre-Employment Medical, and be eligible for an Explosives Security Clearance.